Eden Foster
Australian Labor Party candidate for Mulgrave District in the Legislative Assembly (lower house) at the election on Saturday 28 November. Currently the member for Mulgrave, first elected in 2023.
- On the ballot as
- FOSTER, Eden
- Ballot position
- 4
- Stood for Parliament
- 1 time, elected once
- Running against
- 7 others
- Donations to them
- None disclosed
- Donations to their party
- $2.2m
Mulgrave in violet, within the South-Eastern Metropolitan Region.
Election history
- 28 Nov 2026 · state electionStanding for Mulgrave District as Australian Labor Party.
- 18 Nov 2023 · Mulgrave by-electionStood for Mulgrave District as Australian Labor Party, 40.2% of first preferences. Elected. Results
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In their own words
Eden was elected to the Victorian Parliament in November 2023 as the Member for Mulgrave. With a passion for community and good governance, Eden has previously held positions as a local councillor and mayor of the City of Greater Dandenong, where she gained experience in community leadership and advocacy for her constituents.
An excerpt, word for word, from Victorian Labor candidate profile, checked 13 Nov 2026. Follow the link for the full text.
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Their record and what they're campaigning on
Eden Foster is a sitting member, so each issue starts with their record in Parliament: a summary of how they voted, what they said and the portfolios they held, with the count of sources behind it. Party members usually vote together, so a vote often reflects the party's position. See the full record with every source.
Campaign quotes are word for word from Victorian Labor candidate profile. Each quote links to where it was published. “Not mentioned” means only that it isn't in those pages.
Their stated priorities
- “Eden is a champion for policies that prioritise quality education and healthcare, ensuring that everyone has access to the services and opportunities to thrive, regardless of their upbringing or background.”
- “As the Member for Mulgrave, Eden is focused on improving local infrastructure, public transport, and healthcare services, and fostering inclusivity within the community.”
Crime and bail
In ParliamentSupported the government's tougher bail laws and its police reservists scheme. Voted for the Bail Further Amendment Bill 2025. 1 vote, 2 statements
Not mentioned in the campaign material we read.
Housing and renting
In ParliamentHas backed the government's housing target and more medium-density homes, including activity centres in Springvale and Noble Park. Voted against letting the Greens' rent controls bill be introduced (a procedural vote). 1 vote, 2 statements
Not mentioned in the campaign material we read.
Treaty and First Peoples
In ParliamentSpoke in support of the Statewide Treaty Bill 2025 and voted for it. 1 vote, 1 statement
Not mentioned in the campaign material we read.
Transport and roads
In ParliamentHas promoted the Metro Tunnel and more frequent trains on the Cranbourne–Pakenham line, and federal funding for the Suburban Rail Loop and airport rail. Voted for the Transport Infrastructure and Planning Legislation Amendment Bill 2024. 1 vote, 2 statements
- Profile10 Nov 2026“As the Member for Mulgrave, Eden is focused on improving local infrastructure, public transport, and healthcare services, and fostering inclusivity within the community.”Victorian Labor candidate profile
AI and technology
In ParliamentHas called for workplace surveillance laws to catch up with new technology, including AI monitoring of workers. Voted against letting the Greens' AI data centres moratorium bill be introduced (a procedural vote). 1 vote, 1 statement
Not mentioned in the campaign material we read.
Gambling and racing
In ParliamentHas described gambling harm as a public health issue in the Mulgrave area and voted for the Gambling Legislation Amendment (Pre-commitment and Carded Play) Bill 2024. 1 vote, 1 statement
Not mentioned in the campaign material we read.
Cost of living
In ParliamentHas promoted the government's cost-of-living measures, including the car registration rebate and free and half-price public transport. Voted for the Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund bill. 1 vote, 2 statements
Not mentioned in the campaign material we read.
Health
In ParliamentHas promoted the Chemist Care Now pharmacy program and hospital expansions at Dandenong and Monash. Voted against a reasoned amendment to withdraw the Health Safeguards for People Born with Variations in Sex Characteristics Bill 2025 (a procedural vote). 1 vote, 2 statements
- Profile10 Nov 2026“Eden is a champion for policies that prioritise quality education and healthcare, ensuring that everyone has access to the services and opportunities to thrive, regardless of their upbringing or background.”Victorian Labor candidate profile
- Profile10 Nov 2026“As the Member for Mulgrave, Eden is focused on improving local infrastructure, public transport, and healthcare services, and fostering inclusivity within the community.”Victorian Labor candidate profile
Also mentions
Education
- Profile10 Nov 2026“Eden is a champion for policies that prioritise quality education and healthcare, ensuring that everyone has access to the services and opportunities to thrive, regardless of their upbringing or background.”Victorian Labor candidate profile
Everyone standing in Mulgrave District
- REBBECHI, Cody One Nation Victoria
- SCHOFIELD, Paul J The Greens
- TRAN, Charles Liberal
- FOSTER, Eden Australian Labor Party
- THEODOSSOPOULOU, Fotini Libertarian (formerly Liberal Democrats)
- DOBRZYNSKI, Stewart Family First
- COOK, Ian Independent
- BUCHANAN, Connor Victorian Socialists
In ballot order.